Unless I adapt a new philosophy, my graduate school years could be rather glum. My old philosophy consists of doing every piece of reading assigned, spending hours on even short writing assignments, and generally doing homework every hour of the day that I'm not running or sleeping. I've also developed four to five knots in my right shoulder that will require at least an hour massage to maybe loosen them up the tiniest bit.
That was last week. So far, this week is shaping up to be about the same. I'm open to suggestions on the new philosophy, but I think it should be along the lines of taking things less seriously, drinking more wine, laughing more often. . . you know, good shit like that. The first step in this philosophical search was to take a break from the 350 pages assigned FOR JUST ONE OF MY CLASSES to write this entry. I feel better already. Step two? This new philosophy doesn't require that I plan ahead. That's the beauty of it.
2 comments:
It takes a little time to be able to settle in and feel comfortable with what you can and can't do. I predict you'll adapt yourself to your responsibilities and then be able to take liberties with your homework a little more as time goes on.
I remember how I was in Law School. I couldn't stand to miss one page of reading my first year. But even as that year progressed, I felt more and more comfortable with skimming and outlining rather than hanging on every word. You'll figure it out.
And laugh more ...
I would suggest hanging out with grad students who have been in the university since college. They haven't been exposed to reality and can provide a bit of comic relief...I know just the people.
(Try the spanish dept @ u of mn).
kiki
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